The start of the year in
Savannakhet,
Laos finds the weather fairly mild, with a noticeably cooler climate compared to tropical heat, due to the winter season in Southeast Asia. Daylight lasts for about 11.3 hours, allowing for ample daytime activities. The UV index dips to 9, enabling residents to enjoy the outdoors without fear of harsh ultraviolet radiation. Rainfall is at an annual low this month with only 4mm (0.16") falling over the span of a single day. The mercury fluctuates between 14.9°C (58.8°F) at night and peaks at 29.3°C (84.7°F) during the day.
Temperature
In Savannakhet,
January's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), closely related to the preceding month. A marked drop from daytime peak temperatures to an average low-temperature of 14.9°C (58.8°F) is observed during the nights in January.
Rainfall
In Savannakhet, during January, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122 rainfall days, and 1452mm (57.17") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:56 +07.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are January,
February and
December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.
UV index
In Savannakhet, Laos, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 9 in January transforms into this advice:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim.